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The death of Willem Barents, 20 June 1597, 1836 (oil on canvas)
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The death of Willem Barents, 20 June 1597, 1836 (oil on canvas)
7295283 The death of Willem Barents, 20 June 1597, 1836 (oil on canvas) by Portman, Christiaan Julius Lodewyck (1799-1867); 99x133.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: An evocation of the death of the Dutch navigator and explorer, Willem Barents, made over 200 years after the event. Sailing from Amsterdam, Barents made three voyages in 1594, 1595, and 1596-1597 in search of the North-East Passage to Asia. On the first two expeditions he reached Novaya Zemlya, a group of islands in northern Russia.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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The dramatic oil painting "The Death of Willem Barents" captures the tragic moment when the Dutch navigator and explorer met his end on 20 June 1597. Created in 1836 by Christiaan Julius Lodewyck Portman, this evocative artwork depicts Barents' final moments during his expedition in search of the North-East Passage to Asia.
Barents, who made three daring voyages in the late 16th century, bravely ventured into uncharted waters and icy landscapes. The painting shows him surrounded by his fellow explorers on an ice field, with a sense of sadness and melancholy palpable in their expressions.
Despite facing numerous challenges and hardships during his expeditions, Barents remained determined to push forward in pursuit of discovery. His legacy as a fearless explorer is immortalized in this poignant artwork that captures both the spirit of exploration and the harsh realities faced by those who dared to venture into unknown territories.
As we gaze upon this historical scene frozen in time, we are reminded of the courage and sacrifice required for great discoveries to be made. The death of Willem Barents serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's relentless quest for knowledge and adventure.
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